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COURT ROUND-UP: Who's been sentenced from Northampton, Daventry, Cogenhoe and Roade
These cases dealt with by magistrates include drink driving, assault, threatening behaviour, possession of cannabis, sending an obscene message…
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Nigerian Northampton uni student told he'll be deported after 100mph, twelve mile police chase along A45 to Wellingborough
A young man on a student visa drove his Mercedes at more than 100mph away from the police, barging into vehicles on the A45 to try and get away.
New Northamptonshire growth board launched to boost jobs, investment and skills across county
A new body to drive economic growth and innovation in the county has been launched by Northampton MP Mike Reader.
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From Northampton to worldwide: Footwear brand celebrates decade of combining British design with Italian craftsmanship
A Northampton-based footwear brand is celebrating a decade of combining British design with Italian craftsmanship and serving customers all over the world.
Two businesses have announced closures in Northants market town this month – independents need your support
Two businesses have sadly announced their upcoming closures in a Northamptonshire market town this month, and this emphasises that independents need your support now more than ever.
Meet the businesses fighting for top spots across 20 categories at well-renowned Northants Life Awards
Meet the popular businesses fighting it out for the top spots across 20 categories at the well-renowned Northants Life Awards.
Michael Thompson: Jury asked to ‘take dose of reality’ as murder accused described as ‘jealous, obsessed and furious’ about ‘fun-loving’ former partner’s new life
A jury has heard a Northampton man, accused of murdering his former partner, described as “jealous, obsessed and furious” about her new life, as the prosecution closes its case.
Northampton tip evacuated while firefighters deal with fire as smoke billows over town
A Northampton tip has been evacuated and will be closed for the rest of the day due to a fire.
Witness appeal after 53-year-old e-scooter rider injured in Northampton crash
Police are appealing for witnesses after a 53-year-old man was taken to hospital when his e-scooter was involved in a collision with a car.
CCTV appeal after woman suffers leg injury in Northampton
Police officers have released a CCTV image of a man they wish to speak to following an assault in St Giles Street, Northampton.
CCTV appeal after staff member is pushed through Northampton restaurant’s window
Police officers have released a CCTV image of a man they wish to speak to following an assault in Gold Street, Northampton.
Woman suffers thigh injury after ‘bite and run’ in Northampton
A woman was injured in a dog ‘bite and run’ in Northampton, police have revealed.
Driver punched man and lunged at him with a weapon in Northampton
A driver punched a man multiple times and lunged at him with a weapon during an incident in Northampton, police have said.
Residents encouraged to report anti-social behaviour in Northampton during countywide awareness week
A week of events aimed at tackling anti-social behaviour and encouraging residents to report incidents will take place across Northamptonshire from June 29 to July 5.
Around 180 real-time bus information screens installed across West Northamptonshire
Bus passengers across West Northamptonshire will soon be able to track services more easily after around 180 real-time information screens were installed at bus stops across the area.
Drink driving Corby assistant headteacher banned from profession
A former assistant principal of Corby Business Academy has been barred from teaching after she was convicted of drink driving and deliberately failed to tell the school.
Prolific shoplifter who stole more than £7,000 worth of perfume from two Northamptonshire Boots stores jailed
A prolific shoplifter has been jailed after he stole more than £7,000 worth of perfume from two Northamptonshire Boots stores.
Work starts on major revamp of Northampton Central Library as building gets 12-month refurbishment
Work is set to begin next week on a major refurbishment of Northampton Central Library, with a year-long programme of improvements designed to safeguard the future of the historic building while keeping it open to the public.
Northamptonshire campsite named in top 150 outstanding sites for 2026
New Lodge Farm in Bulwick, near Corby, has been named in the annual list of the top 150 outstanding sites for 2026 by experts at Campsites.co.uk.
Northamptonshire private school to close at end of term due to 'external economic pressures' as administrators likely to be appointed
A long-standing private school in Northamptonshire has announced it will close at the end of this term, due to “external economic pressures”.